In Tax Clearance Basics I discuss the importance of obtaining a tax clearance certificate when buying a business. I also provide instructions on how to obtain such a certificate in Missouri.
In short, when you buy a business, state taxing authorities can assess the seller’s unpaid state taxes against you. This is true even if your purchase agreement states that the seller is responsible for paying the taxes.
The good news is that many states have a process through which buyers can protect themselves. This is called tax clearance.
